James Fielder Killed in Lampasas County Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 2657

Lampasas County, Texas (December 2, 2021) – One person was killed, and three others were injured Tuesday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Lampasas County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 11:22 a.m., November 30, on FM 2657, one mile south of Copperas Cove.

DPS said James Roger Fielder, 82, of Briggs, was driving a 1998 Toyota RAV SUV northbound on the highway when he struck a concrete storm drain, crossed into the westbound lanes, and the Toyota collided with a southbound 2012 Honda Pilot SUV driven by a 40-year-old Kempner woman.

Fielder was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and was ejected from his vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Honda driver, a 6-year-old girl, and a 38-year-old woman were taken to Advent Medical Center for treatment.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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